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Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Houston, Texas
The Woman's Hospital of Texas

$1,540-1,848/week

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Certification details

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: NRP & BLS

Job details

Unit Information: TWHT NICU
Number of Beds – 146 (64 Level 3&4, 82 Level 2)
Type of staff: Day Shift – 2 charge, nurses vary by census and acuity, clerk, nurse tech in L2; Night Shift – same as day shift
Patient Ratios – varies by acuity 1:1, 1:2, 1:3, 1:4
Type of equipment – All NICU equipment
EMR – Meditech & CPN
Skill Set Most recruited for: Must have - candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role.
Two years of NICU experience
Infant assessment, IV management, Respiratory support management
Preferred or nice to have – candidates with these skills will be considered first.
Level 4 NICU experience
HCA experience
List typical procedures performed on unit(s): LP, central line placement, Circumcision, eye exams
Best personality Fit: Strong communication skills, Great team mate, Focus on parent satisfaction and patient safety

Job requirements

Two years of NICU experience
Infant assessment, IV management, Respiratory support management
Level 4 NICU experience preferred
Must have strong communication skills

Schedule information

Weekends and On call(if any) - Minimum of of 4 weekend shifts and 2 M/F per 4 week schedule, holidays per unit guidelines

Unit specific information

Floating Areas: All NICU areas, General Nursery, Pediatrics with infant assignment
Dress Code: Scrub Color/Attire - royal blue
Unit Guidelines/Policies: Bare below the elbows to include 'naked nails'

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NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care (RN)

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Short Term Acute Care
252 beds
MEDITECH

ADDRESS7600 Fannin StHouston, TX 77054

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About Houston, TX

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Cost of Living

Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.

Transportation

Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.

Demographics

Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.

Things to Do

Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.

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